Dog walking that gives your city block a purpose.
Blaze new trails, wag new tails.
Walks, drop-ins, and puppy care across New York City, run by people who actually love your dog. Every booking helps fund service dogs for veterans.
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Loved by our own pack
Simple, stress-free, from day one.
Request a Meet & Greet
Book below or text us. We'll schedule a free, no-obligation visit to meet your dog first.
We Learn Your Dog
Routine, energy, triggers, comfort. Custom care built around your dog from day one.
Book & Relax
Schedule your walks. Get real-time photo updates so you always know your pup is safe and happy.
Fuel the Mission
Every booking supports our goal: funding service dogs for veterans in need.
Pet care with real purpose.
Reliable, attentive care built around your dog's personality and your schedule.
Dog Walking
Solo or small-group walks built around your dog's energy and pace.
- 30 or 60 minute walks
- Solo or small group (max 3)
- GPS route tracking
- Post-walk photo update
- Weekday & weekend
Drop-In Visits
Reliable in-home check-ins with a full update when we leave.
- 30-minute structured visit
- Feeding & water refill
- Potty break + playtime
- Medication administration
- Cats, dogs & small pets
Puppy Support
Patient, structured care for puppies under one year old.
- Multiple daily visits
- Routine reinforcement
- Crate break support
- Positive reinforcement only
- Weekly progress notes
Happy dogs, real walks.
The two dogs who started all of this, Jiggs and Glo, plus the pack we get to spend our days with.
These are our own dogs. As clients come on board, their walks show up here too. Follow @nyctailblazers for daily walks.
Simple & transparent.
No hidden fees, no last-minute surprises. Every new client starts with a free 15-minute meet & greet.
One-on-One
Just your dog and us, start to finish.
- 30-minute solo walk
- GPS-tracked route
- Photo and a note after
- Priority scheduling for regulars
Small Group
Social walks with a small, matched group.
- 30-minute group walk
- Max 3 dogs, matched by energy
- GPS-tracked route
- Photo update after
Day Care
Company and play while you're out.
- Hourly rate
- Potty breaks and playtime
- Feeding on your schedule
- Updates through the day
Overnight
Overnight care so your dog isn't alone.
- Per-night rate
- Feeding, walks and potty breaks
- Meds if your dog needs them
- Nightly photo update
Pricing may vary slightly by neighborhood. Puppy support and custom schedules are available, just ask when you book.
The best proof is a meet & greet.
We're a growing NYC service, so we'd rather show you than post reviews we don't have yet. Book a free 15-minute meet & greet, watch how we handle your dog, and decide for yourself. As clients leave reviews, you'll find them at the links below.
Care you can actually see.
Background Checked
Every walker fully verified before their first walk
GPS Tracked
Every walk is logged so you know where your dog went
Real Updates
Photo and a message after every single visit, no exceptions
Free 15-Min Meet & Greet
We always meet your dog before the first booking
Mission-Backed
Revenue supports service dogs for veterans
Walks that change lives.
NYC Tailblazers started as a dog walking business with a bigger purpose. Every booking directly funds our long-term mission: at-risk youth raising and professionally training service dogs that go on to serve veterans in need.
When you hire us, you get dependable, caring service for your dog, and you help build toward something that changes lives.
We build websites, too.
The same crew behind these walks builds websites for NYC small businesses. Real sites for real owners.
See our web workBook your free meet & greet.
No commitment. We come meet your dog, answer your questions, and make sure it feels right before you book anything.
- Free, no-obligation intro visit
- Usually scheduled within 48 hours
- We come to you, in your home, your neighborhood
- Bring your questions, we bring the treats
- Cancel anytime, no hassle
Book Your Free 15-Minute Meet & Greet
Pick a time that works for you and we'll come to your door. Takes about a minute, and nothing is charged.
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Your info is never shared. No spam, ever.
Good questions, answered.
Are you insured and bonded?
How do you access my home?
What happens in bad weather?
Do you walk on weekends and holidays?
Can you give my dog medication?
What if there's an emergency?
How do I book my first walk?
NYC's dog-loving neighborhoods.
Currently serving select neighborhoods in Brooklyn, Manhattan, and Queens. Expanding soon.
Help us raise heroes.
Donations and supplies help fund the mission behind NYC Tailblazers, raising service dogs for veterans.
Questions? Let's talk.
We respond fast, usually within a few hours.